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The bustle of Ramadan markets has been reduced to a trickle of somber shoppers. A heavy silence has replaced lively chatter. No lanterns glow in windows, and the strings of lights that crisscrossed alleyways, flickering above children playing in the streets, have gone dark. “Ramadan used to shine,” said Mahmoud Sukkar, a father of four…
Ramadan is a month of spiritual purification, self-discipline, and increased devotion. However, many people unknowingly adopt habits that can negatively impact their fast and overall health. Here are common mistakes to avoid during the holy month. Skipping Suhoor Some people skip Suhoor (pre-dawn meal) due to sleep or just drink water before fasting, which is…
Ramadan, a sacred month observed by Muslims globally, requires fasting from dawn (Sehri) to dusk (Iftar). During this period, maintaining a balanced diet is essential to stay energized and healthy. Proper food choices are critical to sustaining energy levels throughout the day, preventing fatigue, and avoiding dehydration. Here’s a guide to the best foods to…
The capital market opened the week on a negative trajectory, with the KSE-100 Index experiencing selling pressure amid thin trading volumes. Investors remained cautious ahead of the upcoming International Monetary Fund (IMF) review, while the seasonal Ramadan effect contributed to lower participation in the market. The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark KSE-100 Index climbed 340.17…
As millions of Muslims worldwide observed their first fast of the holy month, health experts issued a timely warning about the dangers of deep-fried foods, a traditional staple of many Ramadan meals. According to nutritionists, deep-fried foods such as samosas, spring rolls, and fried doughnuts were high in calories, fat, and sodium, making them a…
PRESERVING TRADITION AND HERITAGE Bazaar organisers have been concerned about the loss of traditions. Mr Kamal Rouzie, organiser of the Gemilang Kampong Gelam 2025 bazaar, said: “Ramadan is the period where we should be focusing on tradition, because throughout the whole year, we have been always on the modern touch, the contemporary touch.” However, he noted that…
Israel stopped the entry of all goods and supplies into the Gaza Strip on Sunday, a move that an Israeli official said was coordinated with the US. TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel stopped the entry of all goods and supplies into the Gaza Strip on Sunday and warned of “additional consequences” if Hamas doesn’t…
Israel proposed a temporary cease-fire extension in Gaza for the Ramadan and Passover holidays, the prime minister’s office announced around midnight on Saturday as the initial phase of the truce was expiring. It appeared to be the Israeli government’s effort to make its opening negotiating position clear, as it and Hamas struggle to move from…
SINGAPORE: Muslims in Singapore will mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan on Sunday (Mar 2). In announcing the date, the Mufti of Singapore noted that according to astronomical calculations at sunset on Friday evening or 29 Syaaban, the moon was positioned at an angular distance of 5.1 degrees with an altitude of 4.3 degrees….
Listen to article The Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety has announced the Zakat Nisab for the year 2025, specifying the deduction threshold for bank accounts. The new regulations state that Zakat will be deducted from accounts with a balance of Rs179,689 or more on the first day of Ramadan, which falls on March 1 or…
